Pythagorean Theorem reading

What does the Pythagorean theorem state about the sides of a right triangle?

• The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the other two sides

• The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the difference of the other two sides

• The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the product of the other two sides

• The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the division of the other two sides

How do sailors commonly use the Pythagorean Theorem in navigation?

• To calculate the area of a triangle

• To find the circumference of a circle

• To determine the volume of a sphere

• To find the shortest distance between two points on a map

How can the converse of the Pythagorean theorem be used to determine if a triangle is a right triangle?

Understanding the theorem and its converse is crucial for solving geometry problems and applying them in real-world scenarios. What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

What are some real-life applications of the Pythagorean Theorem?

• Calculating areas

• Measuring volumes

• Determining angles

• Identifying colors